# 40953529
Factory Game Scene Engraved Connecticut Shotgun Manufacturing Co. A-10 American Deluxe Sidelock Over/Under Shotgun with Case
$ 10999.99
A finely appointed A-10 American Deluxe shotgun with assisted-opening hand-detachable sidelock action, elegant game-scene engraving, and a factory takedown case—an especially attractive choice for collectors who value American-themed presentation, premium fit and finish, and field-ready versatility.
- Built with blued steel barrels for a classic, high-polish sporting appearance
- Single red bead sight mounted on a matted flat vent rib for a clean sighting plane
- Standard factory markings retained
- Interchangeable choke system for adaptable use
- Improved Cylinder and Modified chokes currently installed
- 3 inch chambers for added versatility
- Automatic ejectors for quick, positive shell ejection
- Attractive coin-finished assisted-opening hand-detachable sidelock action
- Assisted-opening design adds refinement and ease of operation
- Hand-detachable sidelocks are a premium feature appreciated by collectors and fine-gun enthusiasts
- Underside of the action is marked:
- “DELUXE”
- “A-10/AMERICAN”
- Handsome tight scroll engraving surrounds the underside markings
- Gold-plated pins provide a tasteful high-grade accent
- Beautifully executed game-scene engraving in high detail:
- Left lockplate depicts a pointer preparing to flush a pair of pheasant cocks in high grass
- Right lockplate depicts a setter poised to flush a pheasant cock
- Single gold trigger adds an upscale visual touch
- Adjustable length of pull allows the fit to be tailored to the shooter
- Tang-mounted automatic safety/selector for convenient operation
- Beautiful, well-figured forend with multi-point checkering
- Forend fitted with engraved, coin-finished iron
- Modified gold-inlaid Great Seal of the United States adds distinctive American collector appeal
- Pistol grip stock for a secure and traditional sporting hold
- Galazan rubber recoil pad for shooting comfort
- Includes factory aluminum takedown case with canvas cover, an important accessory that enhances presentation and collector desirability
- Barrel and stock measurements, U/O:
- Bore diameter measured nine inches from the breech: .730/.730 inches
- Minimum wall thickness: .027/.025 inches
- Drop at comb: 1 1/2 inches
- Drop at heel: 2 1/4 inches
- Length of pull: 14 1/2 inches
- Weight: 7 lbs. 15 oz.
- Collector-focused highlights:
- Deluxe A-10 American configuration with “DELUXE” and “A-10/AMERICAN” markings
- Premium assisted-opening hand-detachable sidelock action
- High-detail engraved hunting dog and pheasant scenes on both lockplates
- Distinctive gold-inlaid Great Seal of the United States motif
- Factory takedown case with canvas cover included
- A refined, presentation-grade shotgun combining collectible embellishment with practical sporting features
Condition
Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue and coin finishes with minor handling evidence, some minor spotting on the fences, and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. Mechanically excellent.
